Much to the surprise of fans, the men’s doubles and mixed doubles categories witnessed some unexpected outcomes at the St. Jakobshalle during the TOTAL BWF World Championships 2019.
Upset in Men’s Doubles
In a stunning upset, Li Jun Hui and Liu Yu Chen, the defending men’s doubles world champions, were knocked out in the semifinals. Takuro Hoki and Yugo Kobayashi, their lesser-accomplished rivals, displayed exceptional skills and emerged victorious with a score of 21-19, 21-13. This impressive performance marked Japan’s duo’s first World Championship semifinal appearance, showcasing their control and comfort throughout the match.
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As the cameras rolled, Hoki expressed his excitement and motivation for the future, stating, “We’re really glad to win and reach the final. We want to win tomorrow. We are motivated to get the gold.” This unexpected defeat has certainly shaken the men’s doubles category, leaving fans eagerly anticipating the final showdown.
Thailand Makes History in Mixed Doubles
Another surprising turn of events unfolded in the mixed doubles category. Dechapol Puavaranukroh and Sapsiree Taerattanachai created history for Thailand by becoming the first pair from their nation to reach a World Championship final. They defeated last year’s silver medalists, Wang Yi Lyu and Huang Dong Ping, with a score of 21-16, 21-16. Puavaranukroh and Taerattanachai will now face defending champions and top seeds, Zheng Si Wei and Huang Ya Qiong, in the quest for the mixed-doubles crown.
Taerattanachai expressed her excitement for the final while emphasizing the need to enjoy the moment. She said, “We’re excited and we’re serious about the final, but we want to enjoy it also.” The Thai duo’s remarkable journey has captivated badminton enthusiasts worldwide, showcasing the increasing competitiveness in the mixed doubles category.
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In women’s doubles, defending champions Mayu Matsumoto and Wakana Nagahara secured their place in the final against fellow Japanese players Yuki Fukushima and Sayaka Hirota. Last year’s silver medalists, Matsumoto and Nagahara, defeated Indonesia’s Greysia Polii and Apriyani Rahayu with a score of 21-12, 21-19 in the semifinals. Fukushima and Hirota will be determined to avoid finishing as runners-up for the third consecutive World Championships.
In men’s doubles, Indonesian veterans Mohammad Ahsan and Hendra Setiawan displayed their experience by defeating their younger compatriots, Fajar Alfian and Muhammad Rian Ardianto, with a score of 21-16, 15-21, 21-10 in a thrilling 47-minute match. Ahsan and Setiawan’s progress to the final highlights the importance of experience in high-stakes tournaments.
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